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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in electronic educational technology enable people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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